Mediterranean Diet Classic Homemade Salsa
Elevate your snacking game with this Mediterranean Diet Classic Homemade Salsa, a vibrant and nutritious blend of fresh, garden-inspired ingredients. Highlighting ripe tomatoes, crisp cucumber, colorful bell pepper, and a tangy kick from Kalamata olives, this salsa is a perfect harmony of bright flavors and wholesome goodness. Fresh parsley and basil add an herby freshness, while garlic, lemon juice, and red wine vinegar provide a bold Mediterranean zing. Tossed together with a drizzle of heart-healthy extra virgin olive oil, this salsa is ready in just 15 minutes and requires no cooking. Whether served with warm pita bread, as a refreshing side dish, or as a topping for grilled fish or chicken, this versatile recipe is a delicious, nutrient-packed addition to any meal. Perfect for summer gatherings, light lunches, or as a flavorful dip, this homemade salsa brings the essence of the Mediterranean straight to your table.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Tomatoes
- 0.5 cups Red Onion
- 1 cup Cucumber
- 1 cup Bell Pepper
- 0.25 cup Kalamata Olives
- 0.25 cup Fresh Parsley
- 0.25 cup Fresh Basil
- 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice
- 2 tablespoons Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 2 Garlic Cloves
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground Black Pepper
- 1 tablespoon Red Wine Vinegar
Instructions
Dice the tomatoes and place them in a large mixing bowl.
Finely chop the red onion and add to the bowl with the tomatoes.
Peel and dice the cucumber, then add it to the bowl.
Seed and dice the bell pepper, and add to the mix.
Chop the Kalamata olives coarsely and add them to the bowl.
Finely chop the fresh parsley and basil, then add them to the mixture.
Mince the garlic cloves and add them to the bowl.
Sprinkle in the salt and ground black pepper.
Add the lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, and red wine vinegar to the bowl.
Mix everything gently with a large spoon until all ingredients are well combined.
Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary.
Cover and refrigerate the salsa for at least 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Serve the salsa chilled, with warm pita bread or as a topping for grilled fish or chicken.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
646 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 46.0 g | 59% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1942 mg | 84% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.3 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 18.2 g | 65% | |
| Total Sugars | 29.5 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 222 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 5.7 mg | 32% | |
| Potassium | 2430 mg | 52% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
